Designer

Solidworks Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Drafting Manager to lead and develop our Drafting Department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and timely drafting solutions for steel manufacturing projects. This role involves overseeing drafting schedules, reviewing designs, and enhancing drafting standards and practices.

Solidworks

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop the Drafting Department to achieve team and company goals.

Oversee drafting schedules and ensure timely, accurate deliverables for steel manufacturing projects.

Review engineered designs and specifications for constructability and manufacturability.

Check and approve drawing packages prior to release for fabrication.

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve drafting standards, workflows, and best practices.

Collaborate closely with Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing to align deliverables with project requirements.

Drive adoption of new digital drafting tools, CAD software, and model-based drafting.

Essential Skills

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Minimum of 7 years of progressive drafting and design experience with utility tapered tubular steel poles used in transmission lines and substations.

At least 3 years in a drafting management role.

Proficiency in CAD software.

Solid understanding of AWS weld symbols and structural component detailing.

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with additional digital drafting tools and technologies is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, focusing on collaboration with Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing teams. The role involves working with advanced CAD software and digital drafting tools to enhance productivity and accuracy. The position requires a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2025.

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